Teaching Assistant
Location: Ormskirk & surrounding areas
Sector: Secondary Education (Ages 11–16)
Curriculum: KS3 – KS4
Start Date: Ongoing opportunities available
Contract Type: Flexible day‑to‑day, short‑term, and long‑term positions
Are you an experienced educator passionate about supporting teaching and learning in secondary schools? We are looking for dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our network of schools across Ormskirk and the surrounding areas.
About the Role
As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside class teachers to support students across the full KS3–KS4 curriculum. You will help maintain a positive learning environment, provide targeted support to individuals and small groups, and adapt activities to meet the needs of learners at different stages—including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Key Responsibilities
Support the class teacher in planning, preparation and classroom delivery
Assist with learning activities across all subjects at KS3 and KS4
Provide tailored support to students with varying abilities, including those with SEN
Promote positive behaviour and help maintain an inclusive learning environment
Work with small groups or individual students to reinforce learning
Contribute to progress monitoring and feedback under teacher guidance
Uphold safeguarding and school policies at all times
What We’re Looking For
Prior experience in an educational setting (school-based roles, tutoring, youth work, learning support, etc.)
Confidence supporting secondary-aged students (11–16)
Understanding of SEN and ability to adapt learning appropriately
Strong communication, resilience, and interpersonal skills
A flexible and proactive approach to working across different schools
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
What We Offer
Flexible work suited to your schedule
Competitive daily rates
Access to a variety of supportive and well-regarded secondary schools
Ongoing professional support from an experienced education consultant
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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